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Upcoming Gardening Events: November 2026

On By durhammastergardenersIn ask a master gardener, Briggs Avenue Community Garden, Durham Garden Forum, Durham NC, Garden events

The Ask a Master Gardener Program is an opportunity for members of the community to ask questions about gardening and learn more about the NC State Extension Master GardenerSM program. Volunteers are available to provide answers using research-based information about plants and plant problems.

You can reach the Extension Master Gardener volunteers in Durham County by calling (919) 560-0528. You can also reach them by emailing mastergardener@dconc.gov or by visiting the Durham County Cooperative Extension at 721 Foster Street, Durham, NC. The helpline and office are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Two women standing behind a table under a canopy with a sign that reads 'Ask a Master Gardener.' The table is decorated with flowers and gardening materials.

Look for the “Ask A Master Gardener” banner at our Public Events. (Image credit: Allie Mullin)

You’ll find Extension Master Gardener volunteers at the following November events ready for your questions:

Durham Garden Forum

  • Tuesday, November 17, 7pm – 8:30pm Virtual. “Small Scale Stormwater Solutions: Rain Gardens and Other Practices”, with Mitch Woodward, Area Specialty Agent, Water Shed and Water Quality, NC Cooperative Extension

Read here for more information on registering and attending. $10 session fee for non-members or $25 for annual membership.

Learn with our Community Partners

Sarah P. Duke Gardens – Durham

November is Mum Month with lots of events celebrating mums. From Walking Tours to Basic Flower Design and Classes on Rare Heirloom Chrysanthemums. For a full line up of what is being offered at Sarah P. Duke Gardens in November, take a look at their calendar.

A display of various colorful chrysanthemums, showcasing flowers in shades of yellow, pink, orange, and white, arranged in vases with labels in a garden setting.

Chrysanthemums being judged at the Festival of Mums at the Sarah P. Duke Gardens. (Image credit: Sarah P. Duke Gardens)

North Carolina Botanical Garden – Chapel Hill

The NC Botanical Garden offers many learning opportunities for adults, including home gardening workshops, botanical art classes, nature walks, and free Lunchbox Talks, They also offer certificate programs in Native Plant Studies, Botanical Art & Illustration, and Therapeutic Horticulture. Learn more

A vibrant garden featuring a mix of yellow black-eyed Susan flowers and purple blooms, surrounded by lush greenery.

The NC Botanical Garden in Chapel Hill offers a wide range of classes from Conservation Gardening to Botanical illustration. (Image credit: NC Botanical Garden)

JC Raulston Arboretum – Raleigh

The Arboretum offers a series of online programs every Wednesday at 3 pm. All Midweek Programs are free and require pre-registration.

November is also the kickoff month to the very popular, “Moonlight in the Garden” Lighting Exhibition. Various dates are offered.

For a full line of of activities offered at the JC Raulston Arboretum for the month of November, take a look at their calendar.

A well-lit pathway lined with lanterns, surrounded by lush banana plants illuminated in vibrant colors.

Moonlight in the Garden at the JC Raulston Arboretum. Image credit: JC Raulston Arboretum

Durham County Library

Did you know that you can check out seeds at the library? The Digging Durham Seed Library offers vegetable, herb, and flower seeds that you can take home and plant.

  • Tuesday, November 10, 3:30pm – 4:30pm Garden Club for Kids (Ages 7-12) at Children’s Programming Room, Southwest Regional Library, 3605 Shannon Rd, Durham, NC 27707. Registration required.

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Edited by Marcia Kirinus NC State Extension Master GardenerSM volunteer of Durham County

Upcoming Gardening Events: October 2026

On By durhammastergardenersIn ask a master gardener, Briggs Avenue Community Garden, Durham Garden Forum, Durham NC, Garden events, Uncategorized

The Ask a Master Gardener Program is an opportunity for members of the community to ask questions about gardening and learn more about the NC State Extension Master GardenerSM program. Volunteers are available to provide answers using research-based information about plants and plant problems.

You can reach the Extension Master Gardener volunteers in Durham County by calling (919) 560-0528. You can also reach them by emailing mastergardener@dconc.gov or by visiting the Durham County Cooperative Extension at 721 Foster Street, Durham, NC. The helpline and office are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Two women standing behind a table under a canopy with a sign that reads 'Ask a Master Gardener.' The table is decorated with flowers and gardening materials.

Look for the “Ask A Master Gardener” banner at our Public Events. (Image credit: Allie Mullin)

You’ll find Extension Master Gardener volunteers at the following October events ready for your questions:

  • Thursday, October 1, 4pm – 6pm Durham County Cooperative Extension and Durham County Soil and Water Fall Native Plant Sale, 725 Foster St, Durham, NC 27701
  • Saturday, October 10, 10am – 12pm Durham County Library-North Regional Fall Ball, 221 Milton Rd, Durham, NC 27712
  • Saturday, October 17, 8am – 12pm Durham Farmers Market, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC 27701
  • Saturday, October 17, 1pm – 3pm Durham County Library-Main Fall Plant Swap, 300 North Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27701
  • Saturday, October 17, 2pm – 3pm Durham County Library-SW Fall Plant Swap, 30605 Shannon Rd, Durham, NC 27707
  • Saturday, October 24, 9am – 12pm South Durham Farmers’ Market, 500 Park Offices Drive, Durham, NC 27709

Fall Native Plant Sale

Flyer for Fall Native Plant Sale with local Durham County growers on Thursday, Oct. 1 from 4 pm to 6 pm. Beige background with decorative plant images in green and tan.

Durham County Cooperative Extension and Durham County Soil and Water are co-hosting a fall plant sale on Thursday, Oct. 1 from 4 pm to 6 pm at the Cooperative Extension parking lot at 721 Foster St., Durham, NC. Find all of your favorite local plants and maybe a few new ones, all grown by local Durham County growers. Staff from our event co-host Durham County Soil & Water will join us on-site to answer your questions and share information about helpful programs here in Durham County!

Durham Garden Forum

Tuesday, October 20, 7pm – 8:30pm Virtual. “Pruning Japanese Maples” with Mark Weathington. Read here for more information on registering and attending. $10 session fee for non-members or $25 for annual membership.

Learn with our Community Partners

Sarah P. Duke Gardens

Harvest Festival, Saturday, October 18, 2026, 1pm – 4pm. Free admission, parking fees apply. Celebrate the bounty of autumn with a festival of activities, music, demonstrations and more, led by Duke Gardens and other local groups in the Charlotte Brody Discovery Garden.

There are several other programs offered in October, including Climate Up Close, Pruning with Confidence: Small Trees and Shrubs, and Build a Bug Snug. Check the Events Calendar for more information.

JC Raulston Arboretum

The Arboretum offers a series of online programs every Wednesday at 3 pm. All Midweek Programs are free and require pre-registration.

  • October 7: “Plants for Improving Your Soil”, Mark Weathington and Evan Villani
  • October 14: “PLT Premiere: Autumn Perennials”, Tim Alderton
  • October 21: “Top 5 – Best New Annuals and Perennials”, Tim Alderton and Sophia McCusker
  • October 28: “Plants in the Moonlight”, Mark Weathington
Durham County Library
  • Tuesday, October 6, 3:30pm – 4:30pm Garden Club for Kids (Ages 7-12) at Children’s Programming Room, Southwest Regional Library, 3605 Shannon Rd, Durham, NC 27707. Registration required.
  • Saturday, October 10, 10am – 12pm Outing in Duke Gardens (all ages) at Sarah P. Duke Gardens, 420 Anderson St, Durham, NC. Free admission, parking fees apply. Registration required.
  • Saturday, October 17, 1pm – 3pm Fall Community Plant Swap (all ages) at Durham County Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St, Durham, NC. Free admission, parking fees apply. Registration required.

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Edited by Susan Sharp, NC State Extension Master GardenerSM volunteer of Durham County